Big Weekend

Come face to face with Darth Vader's mask, see Princess Leia's iconic gold bikini in person and so much more at Star Wars and the Power of Costume at Cincinnati Museum Center. Then take the family east of downtown for water adventures and classic amusement park rides at Coney Island.

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Whether it's catching a major league baseball game and petting a live shark with the family, or reconnecting with a romantic weekend of art museums and theater, there's always more to explore, new adventures to be had and memories to be made at Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky attractions.

Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Cincinnati is committed to bringing the very best of Broadway to the Tri-State. We have presented touring Broadway plays and musicals in... Read more

Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Cincinnati is committed to bringing the very best of Broadway to the Tri-State. We have presented touring Broadway plays and musicals in Cincinnati since 1987, originally at the historic Taft Theatre. We began presenting shows at the Aronoff Center’s Procter & Gamble Hall in 1995, and the... Read More

The Pendleton Art Center works to encourage artists and the public by providing a supportive environment for creative artists, and exhibits, events and programs that raise... Read more

The Pendleton Art Center works to encourage artists and the public by providing a supportive environment for creative artists, and exhibits, events and programs that raise public awareness of and appreciation for the arts. The Center has three locations - the studios/exhibit space in downtown Cincinnati's Pendleton area on the... Read More

Duru Armagan owner of Sloane Boutique decided to open the boutique in Over-the-Rhine with a bold and simple theme. She wants to rejuvenate Cincinnati’s local fashion. The... Read more

Duru Armagan owner of Sloane Boutique decided to open the boutique in Over-the-Rhine with a bold and simple theme. She wants to rejuvenate Cincinnati’s local fashion. The fashions in Sloane Boutique feature a contemporary British expression, with items from up-and-coming designers from the US, Europe, and Australia.

Where street art meets street smart, Elementz is an urban oasis of hope and a catalyst of change for Cincinnati’s inner-city youth. What began as a way to get kids off the... Read more

Where street art meets street smart, Elementz is an urban oasis of hope and a catalyst of change for Cincinnati’s inner-city youth. What began as a way to get kids off the streets in 2001 has transformed into a thriving Urban Arts Center that fosters talent, ignites potential and inspires possibilities. Elementz helps build... Read More

Tour features a mix of casual and upscale restaurants, bars, and specialty shops. Tour includes an introduction to the new Cincinnati Bell Connector (The Streetcar), at... Read more

Tour features a mix of casual and upscale restaurants, bars, and specialty shops. Tour includes an introduction to the new Cincinnati Bell Connector (The Streetcar), at least four food samples, and one glass of beer or wine.

Offers a wide variety of eco-friendly merchandise that minimizes the use of natural resources and animal byproducts. Products include reusable bottles, bags and food... Read more

Offers a wide variety of eco-friendly merchandise that minimizes the use of natural resources and animal byproducts. Products include reusable bottles, bags and food carriers, non-toxic cleaning and paint supplies, natural baby and parenting supplies, a growing selection of foodstuff, and lots more.
Vegan lunch counter is open... Read More

Eat lunch under the sun, check out what’s playing on the video board, or take part in the multitudes of free programming including music, movies and special events.... Read more

Eat lunch under the sun, check out what’s playing on the video board, or take part in the multitudes of free programming including music, movies and special events. Presiding over the Square is the historic Tyler Davidson Fountain, dedicated in 1871 to the people of Cincinnati.

Reservations are required for all tours. Group tours available by appointment. Tours are conducted by Dr. Don Heinrich Tolzmann, award-winning author and German-American... Read more

Reservations are required for all tours. Group tours available by appointment. Tours are conducted by Dr. Don Heinrich Tolzmann, award-winning author and German-American historian. Tours are available Saturdays and Sundays and also weekdays by appointment.
Walking Tours of Over-the-Rhine - Tours begin at Central Parkway and... Read More

Building Community Through Art
Learning Through Art, Inc., a 501 c (3) non-profit performing arts education organization, is dedicated to providing quality performing... Read more

Building Community Through Art
Learning Through Art, Inc., a 501 c (3) non-profit performing arts education organization, is dedicated to providing quality performing arts programs in support of arts education and community development encouraging multi-cultural awareness and understanding. Programs and services are reaching... Read More

Founded in 1992, the Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) is a not-for-profit organization that oversees the programming and management of the Tri-state’s finest performing... Read more

Founded in 1992, the Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) is a not-for-profit organization that oversees the programming and management of the Tri-state’s finest performing arts venues – the Aronoff Center for the Arts and Music Hall.

Black Owned Outerwear is a fashion line created to promote excellence, with every garment designed to inspire. Products include crew neck sweatshirts, pullover & zip... Read more

Black Owned Outerwear is a fashion line created to promote excellence, with every garment designed to inspire. Products include crew neck sweatshirts, pullover & zip up hoodies, t-shirts, and hats for men and women. Since black is the color of success and sophistication, that's what being Black Owned represents.

Friends of the Public Library offers a wide variety of merchandise with a large selection of used books, videos, CDs, and DVDs. The Friends Shop also offers a variety of... Read more

Friends of the Public Library offers a wide variety of merchandise with a large selection of used books, videos, CDs, and DVDs. The Friends Shop also offers a variety of unusual items, including: Cincinnati products, literary-themed products, materials for genealogy, and holiday gift items and toys.

Take a ride on one of 44 whimsical Cincinnati-centric characters that make up Carol Ann’s Carousel. The carousel is an amazing work of art featuring original artwork by... Read more

Take a ride on one of 44 whimsical Cincinnati-centric characters that make up Carol Ann’s Carousel. The carousel is an amazing work of art featuring original artwork by Jonathan Queen with panels depicting whimsical animal characters playing in one of the numerous Cincinnati parks. Additional panels celebrate the many historic... Read More

See the Sights offers experienced step-on guides of the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region. The most popular tour covers the highlights of downtown... Read more

See the Sights offers experienced step-on guides of the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region. The most popular tour covers the highlights of downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky in a 2 hour tour. Your group begins their tour with quaint MainStrasse Village where you will learn about the German heritage and hear some... Read More

The Pedal Wagon is a 15 person, pedal powered, rolling party. You can reserve the entire Pedal Wagon, or just part of it. Choose from a variety of routes, on which you... Read more

The Pedal Wagon is a 15 person, pedal powered, rolling party. You can reserve the entire Pedal Wagon, or just part of it. Choose from a variety of routes, on which you will share a memorable experience with friends, while uncovering Cincinnati’s rich history, and “best kept secret” local establishments on pub crawls, tours of... Read More

Set design and mathematics, drama and science, piano practice and social studies. All the courses of arts and academics are intertwined to offer students a holistic, well-... Read more

Set design and mathematics, drama and science, piano practice and social studies. All the courses of arts and academics are intertwined to offer students a holistic, well-rounded education where they can excel in careers that range from creative performance to professional business. Here, students use math to measure and cut a... Read More

The Cincinnati Boychoir provides exceptional concert opportunities and music education in a safe, diverse, and respectful environment. They believe in life-changing... Read more

The Cincinnati Boychoir provides exceptional concert opportunities and music education in a safe, diverse, and respectful environment. They believe in life-changing educational experiences for boys and inspirational musical moments for audiences. The Cincinnati Boychoir instills a passion for vocal arts excellence in its... Read More

One of Cincinnati’s oldest and most successful community theaters, Cincinnati Music Theatre (CMT) is proud of its long history of presenting popular, large scale, award-... Read more

One of Cincinnati’s oldest and most successful community theaters, Cincinnati Music Theatre (CMT) is proud of its long history of presenting popular, large scale, award-winning musicals to enthusiastic audiences from across the Greater Cincinnati area. It was in the early ’60s when CMT founder Will Breyer approached a select... Read More

The American Classical Music Walk of Fame in Washington Park, a project of the American Classical Music Hall of Fame, is the only project in existence that combines... Read more

The American Classical Music Walk of Fame in Washington Park, a project of the American Classical Music Hall of Fame, is the only project in existence that combines classical music, mobile technology, public spaces, and a dancing fountain. An interactive classical music application that is integrated into a major urban park... Read More